Researchers at CoEHAR recently published a unique study in scientific literature, analyzing the effects of cigarette smoke, aerosol from heated tobacco products, and nicotine on microglia cells, the "sentinels" of…
Sharper Night is an event dedicated to research and the members of the scientific community. This year, Chiara Giardina, winner of the KAC scholarship, addressed an audience of young students…
From October 28 to 31, Catania will host the annual international conference dedicated to addictions, with a specific focus on cigarette addiction and harm reduction strategies. The event will be…
On Wednesday, October 30, Catania will host the 2024 CoEHAR conference dedicated to the "annual results of the research on tobacco harm reduction". Among the international guests who will join…
Java, September 11, 2024 - CoEHAR, the Center of Excellence for the Acceleration of Harm Reduction established at the University of Catania in 2018, is expanding its activities by signing a letter…
A new review conducted by CoEHAR researchers, and a pool of international experts analyzed the studies evaluating electronic cigarette emissions, confirming low levels of potentially harmful compounds, such as carbonyls,…
The exclusive use of ECs or HTPs may be associated with reduced dental plaque and calculus accumulation compared to conventional cigarette smoking, suggesting a potentially less harmful impact on oral health. These findings could be particularly compelling for smokers concerned about dental hygiene and related issues such as bad breath.
"This forum is not just about addressing the smoking problem, but also about encouraging a comprehensive approach in public policy, advocacy, public education, and support for solutions that are lower risk and practical for adult smokers" said Ariyo.
“It is important to know that the cause of the health impacts of smoking is actually caused by combustion and TAR, not nicotine itself. This alternative represents a way to avoid the dangerous consequences of burning and contributes to the reduction of risks due to smoking” said Polosa.
This collection seeks studies using evidence synthesis methodologies to examine the impact of institutions on tobacco elimination in low- and middle-income countries and indigenous communities.
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